Studiengangsprofil The Master’s degree program in Earth Oriented Space Science and Technology (ESPACE) is an interdisciplinary program positioned at the interface between space technology and the engineering and natural scientific use of satellite data. It is conducted as a two year master's degree program with the option of a Double Degree in cooperation with the Wuhan University, China. ESPACE combines the technical aspects of the satellite and observation systems with scientific and commercial applications. This requires interdisciplinary knowledge beyond the borders of different engineering disciplines such as geodesy, mechanical and electrical engineering, as well as physics, informatics and geosciences. The goal of the ESPACE Master’s degree program is to train students to become experts in the use and development of satellites in the three main areas of earth system science, remote sensing and navigation. Students acquire fundamental knowledge and competencies in these three fields as a general basis, as well as the interfaces among them in order to be able to link technological know-how with practical application. They simultaneously learn the necessary basics of signal processing, sensor technology, orbital mechanics and space technology, so that they are in a position to help plan and develop future missions for the above-mentioned areas. By including numerous scientific institutes and the space industry in the teaching concept, ESPACE makes full use of the potential of excellent scientists, offering also the opportunity of dedicated project work and Master’s theses in close co-operation with, and in many cases even at the location of these institutions. Thus the students become involved in current projects, state-of-the-art technology and science, and daily practice. For a comprehensive description of the program, please refer to the degree program documentation: Degree program documentation for the master's program in Earth Oriented Space Science and Technology (PDF, German) Welche Kompetenzen und Fertigkeiten erwerbe ich? As a graduate of the Master’s program Earth Oriented Space Science and Technology (ESPACE) you have acquired solid thematic and methodological competencies in the topics of earth-oriented space science and technology. You possess basic competences in the three core areas satellite and remote sensing data analysis, space engineering and satellite application engineering. Depending on your chosen specialization in either earth systems science, remote sensing or navigation you have developed further skills and abilities. Due to the international approach of the Master’s program, you have augmented your social and intercultural abilities. This allows you to work in intercultural and interdisciplinary groups within the global framework of satellite technology and research. You are capable of developing joint solutions beyond the boundaries of specialist fields and present them in a way suited for your target audience. Welche beruflichen Möglichkeiten habe ich mit diesem Abschluss? As a graduate with a M.Sc. in ESPACE you are qualified to start a career in international aerospace agencies as well as national or international research institutes or universities. Further possibilities are offered by the aerospace technology industry and generally by companies in the area of navigation and logistics or security-related applications. Studienstruktur The first two semesters are centered on basic skills in earth system science, remote sensing and navigation, mathematical and physics-based as well satellite technology, orbital mechanics and applied satellite usage. This way, students coming from a wide range of different bachelor’s programs are brought up to the same level of knowledge. In the third semester, students can choose one of the three focus areas earth systems science, remote sensing or navigation which is complemented by elective modules. The fourth semester is dedicated entirely to the Master’s thesis, which is then defended in a public Master’s colloquium. Overview degree program structure (PDF 1 MB) Program structure: Overview of modules Unterrichtssprache Required language skills for admission: You need sufficient English language skills if you wish to apply for this program. Evidence of your language proficiency has to be submitted before the end of the application deadline. Learn more about recognized certificates and other ways to prove your English language skills. This evidence of your language proficiency confirms that you comply with the minimum language requirements for admission to the program. Depending on the program and your individual background, it may be necessary for you to keep working on your language skills during your studies. Be sure to take a look at the services of our Language Center. Language of instruction: The language of instruction for this program is English. Informationen zur Studienorganisation Informationen zu Prüfungen Kontakt Prüfungsausschuss Informationen zu Auslandsaufenthalten Informationen zu Praktika Gebühren für den Studiengang Die Studiengebühren für internationale Studierende aus Drittstaaten betragen für diesen Studiengang 6.000 Euro je Semester. Vielen internationalen Studierenden können die Gebühren erlassen werden oder sie können Stipendien zu ihrer Finanzierung erhalten. Hier finden Sie alle Informationen zu Erlassen und Stipendien. Bitte beachten Sie: Der Semesterbeitrag als Beitrag zum Studierendenwerk muss zusätzlich bezahlt werden. Er unterscheidet sich nach dem jeweiligen Studienort. 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